Man arrested after Fallbrook stabbing

FALLBROOK  A 53-year-old man was jailed on suspicion of attempted murder after he allegedly stabbed another man in the head in Fallbrook Thursday night, sheriff’s officials said.

A witness called 911 about 7:50 p.m., saying the 41-year-old victim had been stabbed several times with a knife on West Ash Street.

The witness pointed out the suspect to deputies, who then arrested Priscilliano Vargas on suspicion of attempted murder, sheriff’s officials said. Paramedics took the victim to a hospital, where he was treated and released.

Vargas was booked into jail with a hold for immigration authorities. No bail was set.